Ice Cream Digital Solution Manager – Data & Modelling Platform (12 months Maternity Leave Cover)

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Job Title: Ice Cream Digital Solution Manager – Data & Modelling Platform (12 months Maternity Leave Cover)

Location: Colworth Science Park

Work-Level: 2A

 
JOB PURPOSE 

As the largest ice cream company in the world, we have over 100 years of experience in delivering smiles, and we plan to continue this for many more years to come, with our people and planet first. If you are in the current Unilever Ice Cream business or considering working for the newly separated Ice Cream business, you will work for the Global leading Ice Cream player in a growing category where we are part of the 1 trillion snacking and refreshment industry, growing consistently at high pace. Committed to innovation and quality we have 35 brands, including 3 one billion Euro brands (Magnum, Wall’s, Ben & Jerry’s), a strong presence in over 60 countries, generating annual revenue of over $8 billion.

The ability to rapidly innovate using Digital Tools and Platforms is crucial for our future success in creating high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective ice cream products. This approach leverages virtual environments to streamline extensive design processes.

We seek an experienced data expert and leader to oversee the design and implementation of a new Data and Modelling platform for Ice Cream. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with data scientists, analysts, and external technology consultants to ensure that the new platform meets business requirements and delivers value through data-driven insights, simulations, and analytical solutions.

The position sits within the Ice Cream Global Research, Development & Innovation (RD&I) Team in Colworth, Sharnbrook, UK. The successful candidate will work as part of the Digital and Data Team and work collaboratively with people across a range of roles in RD&I including Central IT and Software Developers, Data Science & Engineering Experts, Formulation and Ingredient Experts, Product Developers in Global and Regional Teams. It is an exciting opportunity to help shape the Ice Cream Digital landscape of the new Ice Cream Company.

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RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Manage the project and oversee the delivery of the entire Data & Modelling Platform (Ice Cream version of Data lab).
• Define the future architecture and platform strategy.
• Communicating project status and engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and document business requirements for the Data & Modelling platform.
• Analyse the needs of end users to understand how digital capability/tools can support and elevate Ice Cream R&D efficiency
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications and user stories.
• Partner with data scientists, software engineers, business & data analysts and subject matter experts to design, develop, and implement data models, simulations, and tools with the end user needs and experience top of mind.
• Develop and maintain documentation, including process flows, data dictionaries, and user guides.
• Facilitate communication between business stakeholders and technical teams to ensure alignment and understanding.
• Define and lead execution of test plans to ensure the quality and functionality of the platform.
• Promote new data and modelling platform adoption with user-centric change management practices.

ALL ABOUT YOU 

Key Skills Relevant Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.

• Proven experience as a Business Analyst, preferably in a data science, analytics, simulation or Datalake/data warehousing environment.

• Leadership in managing complex projects with cross-functional contributions, ensuring delivery on time and in full.

• Strong understanding of data science concepts, methodologies, and tools.

• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., SQL, Python, R, Power BI, Databricks).

• Experience with simulation modelling tools and techniques.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Proven experience in change management in a system or new way of working.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).

• Knowledge of machine learning, artificial intelligence, and simulation techniques.

Leadership Behaviours

Consumer and Customer Focus

Growth Mindset

NOTES

Please apply via this portal as e-mail applications may not be processed and include your Future Fit Plan if possible.

By applying for this vacancy, you are confirming that you have made your Line Manager aware of your application and that you are at a point in your career with Unilever where it is appropriate for you to be applying for other positions.   

Should you require additional information or reasonable adjustments to allow you to present your best self during this process, please contact your Talent Partner Ian Miles on Ian.Miles@unilever.com  

What we offer

Whilst the role is advertised on a full-time basis, we would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you. We strive to achieve a family-friendly and inclusive workplace and to, above all, create possibilities for all. 

Diversity at Unilever is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities and growing together for better business performance. We embrace diversity in our workforce. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We are also more than happy to provide reasonable adjustments during our application and interview process to enable you to be present your best self. To find out more, including about our Employee Resource Groups, please click here Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (unilever.com).

Relocation to the UK 

Please be aware if you are applying for this role from outside the UK, if successful, your application will be treated as a self-initiated Change Location Outside of Country (CLOC) transfer. This means any relocation costs must be self-funded with the potential to reclaim some specific pre-approved expenses up to £5,000. Please speak to your Talent Partner if you have any questions.